1966 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1966 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 982 kg more than 1966 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Anglia. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Anglia | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Anglia | GS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
